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SCU’s Ayurvedic Medicine Program Makes History with National Accreditation

SCU's Ayurvedic Medicine Program Makes History with National Accreditation Southern California University of Health Sciences (SCU) has achieved a historic milestone. Its Ayurvedic Medicine Department, led by Dr. Anupama Kizhakkeveettil, has become the first program in the country to receive accreditation from the newly established Ayurvedic Accreditation Commission (AAC). This is a big deal for SCU, its students, and the future of Ayurvedic medicine in the U.S., establishing SCU as a pioneer in Ayurvedic education and setting a gold standard for academic excellence and clinical training. As the AAC President said, "SCU has demonstrated not only a commitment to [...]

By |2025-08-22T20:43:13+00:00May 20, 2025|AYUR-Organic, Front Page News|
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Embracing a New Paradigm: The Transformation to Whole Health

Embracing a New Paradigm: The Transformation to Whole Health In recent years, discussions about health and wellness have increasingly embraced a whole person approach, aligning with the principles of integrative health and medicine. But what does it truly mean to transition to Whole Health, and how can we achieve this shift? For decades, many healthcare professionals have worked within a system that primarily focuses on disease management. However, this traditional model has often failed to deliver optimal outcomes. In the United States, for example, healthcare spending remains high, yet life expectancy lags behind that of other nations. According to the [...]

By |2025-08-22T20:43:11+00:00May 2, 2025|Front Page News|
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Southern California University’s Gabrielle Villard Selected as an ASHG Post-Baccalaureate Genomics Analyst Fellow

Southern California University's Gabrielle Villard Selected as an ASHG Post-Baccalaureate Genomics Analyst Fellow Gabrielle Villard, a recent graduate of SCU's Master of Science in Human Genetics and Genomics (MSHGG), has been selected for the prestigious Post-Baccalaureate Genomics Analyst Fellowship, offered by the American Society of Human Genetics (ASHG) in collaboration with the National Human Genome Research Institute (NHGRI). This highly competitive two-year program provides exceptional early-career scientists with hands-on experience in genomics, allowing them to engage in groundbreaking research, policy development, and advocacy. Fellows are placed at either NHGRI's Extramural Research Program in Bethesda, MD, or at ASHG in Rockville, [...]

By |2025-08-22T20:43:02+00:00February 11, 2025|Front Page News, Genetics-Organic|
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Eric Musgrave: Bridging Dreams and Advancing Health Equity

Eric Musgrave: Bridging Dreams and Advancing Health Equity   Southern California University student Eric Musgrave is one of only 10 graduate students in the United States to receive the Bridging the Dream Scholarship offered by Sallie Mae in partnership with the Thurgood Marshall College Fund to help increase access to higher education for underserved and underrepresented students. Eric's academic achievements, leadership abilities, and community engagement weighed heavily into the selection process. We had an opportunity to interview Eric to celebrate his accomplishments and learn more about how he hopes to make a difference in his community. Can you share a [...]

By |2025-08-22T20:57:50+00:00January 28, 2025|Front Page News|
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SCU Chiropractic Student George Zakhary Awarded 2024 Professional Baseball Chiropractic Society Scholarship

SCU Chiropractic Student George Zakhary Awarded 2024 Professional Baseball Chiropractic Society Scholarship   Southern California University of Health Sciences (SCU) is proud to spotlight the accomplishments of George Zakhary, a dedicated Chiropractic student with a passion for sports medicine. George has been honored as the recipient of the 2024 Professional Baseball Chiropractic Society (PBCS) Scholarship, a testament to his passion and dedication to the field. He received the recognition at the annual PBCS meeting held in November 2024 in Naples, Florida, alongside some of the top professionals in sports chiropractic care. This recognition is a significant milestone for George and [...]

By |2025-08-22T20:57:42+00:00December 23, 2024|DC, DC-Organic, Front Page News|
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Southern California University of Health Sciences Graduates 536 New Healthcare Professionals In 2024

Southern California University of Health Sciences Graduates 536 New Healthcare Professionals In 2024 Southern California University of Health Sciences (SCU) hosted its annual commencement ceremony on Monday, December 16, at the Hyatt Regency Huntington Beach conferring health science degrees to 536 graduates of the Class of 2024. The commencement ceremony is available for on-demand viewing via SCU's YouTube channel. The Class of 2024 represents the broad variety of SCU's academic programs, with the following numbers of graduates in each respective program: 216 Doctor of Chiropractic graduates 36 Doctor of Acupuncture and Chinese Medicine graduates 1 Master of Acupuncture and Chinese Medicine graduate [...]

By |2025-08-22T20:57:39+00:00December 18, 2024|ACM-Organic, AYUR-Organic, BSHS-Organic, DC, DC-Organic, Front Page News, Genetics-Organic, MSHGG, MSMS-Organic, MSPA-Organic, OTD|
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Southern California University of Health Sciences Dr. Michael Ramcharan Receives APHA Lifetime Achievement Award for Excellence in Public Health and Inter-Professional Education

Southern California University of Health Sciences Dr. Michael Ramcharan Receives APHA Lifetime Achievement Award for Excellence in Public Health and Inter-Professional Education Southern California University of Health Sciences (SCU) is proud to announce that Dr. Michael Ramcharan, MD, DC, EdD, Vice-Provost and Assistant Vice-President of Academic Affairs, has been honored with the esteemed Lifetime Achievement Award at the American Public Health Association (APHA) Conference. This accolade recognizes Dr. Ramcharan's outstanding contributions to public health, integrative healthcare education, and SCU's mission to lead in Whole Health. Dr. Michael Ramcharan: Champion of Public Health and Inter-Professional Education Dr. Ramcharan, an established leader [...]

By |2025-08-22T20:57:30+00:00December 3, 2024|Front Page News|
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SCU Partners with Evidence In Motion to Launch Post-Professional Doctor of Occupational Therapy Program

SCU Partners with Evidence In Motion to Launch Post-Professional Doctor of Occupational Therapy Program Southern California University of Health Sciences (SCU) has expanded its partnership with Evidence In Motion (EIM) to launch a Post-Professional Doctor of Occupational Therapy (PPOTD) program. The new program builds on the growing collaboration between SCU and EIM, which already includes hybrid accelerated programs in Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT), Doctor of Occupational Therapy (OTD), and Master of Speech-Language Pathology (MS-SLP). With this expansion, licensed occupational therapists with a bachelor's or master's degree now have a flexible, accelerated, and affordable pathway to advance their clinical [...]

By |2025-08-20T22:55:36+00:00November 20, 2024|Front Page News|
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SCU Provost on Transforming Education to Transform the Student Experience and Society

SCU Provost on Transforming Education to Transform the Student Experience and Society Featured in The EvoLLLution®: Insights from Dr. Tamara Rozhon, Provost of Southern California University of Health Sciences Southern California University of Health Sciences (SCU) proudly announces that our Provost, Dr. Tamara Rozhon, has been featured in The EvoLLLution®, a leading publication focused on the future of higher education. Her article, "How a Whole Health University Transforms the Student Experience and Society,” explores how SCU's Whole Health approach is redefining the educational landscape, shaping individual student outcomes, and fostering broader societal impact. Read the full article here. How a Whole [...]

By |2025-08-26T23:11:48+00:00November 13, 2024|Front Page News|
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SCU Announces the Launch of Phoenix Metro Occupational Therapy Doctorate (OTD) Program

SCU Announces the Launch of Phoenix Metro Occupational Therapy Doctorate (OTD) Program We are excited to formally announce the launch of our new Doctor of Occupational Therapy (OTD) program at our Phoenix Metro campus, expanding upon the success of our established OTD program at the Whittier campus. This new program is designed to provide aspiring occupational therapists with the advanced education needed to enter the field of occupational therapy, while also pioneering SCU's future educational offerings in Arizona. The Phoenix Metro OTD program, which recently achieved candidacy status, will begin in January 2025. This program features an innovative hybrid model, [...]

By |2025-08-20T23:04:50+00:00October 15, 2024|Front Page News, OTD|
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